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Handcrafted 18 Karat White Gold 1 Karat White Diamonds "Square" Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
beautiful White Diamonds G Color VS1. The heart of the earring is a raised square pyramid shaped which is
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Fine 18 Karat Yellow Gold 2.02 Carat Natural Diamonds Omega Back Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hallmarks: 750 Total Weight: 6.2 Grams Stone Type: 2.02 G VS1 CT ( Baguette & Round ) Diamonds Condition
Category

2010s American More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

de Grisogono Allegra 18K White Gold Ceramic Diamond Spiral Cocktail Ring Sz 6.5
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Winter Springs, FL
1.75ctw in F-G color Vs1+ clarity diamonds. Dimensions/Weight: Ring measures .72” top to bottom and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

De Beers 0.68 tcw Forever Pave Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
By De Beers
Located in San Diego, CA
sizable TCW: 0.68 tcw Main Diamond: Round Brilliant 0.56 ct Color & Clarity: G, VS1 Accent Diamonds
Category

Early 2000s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Love Wedding Band Ring with 8 Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, 4mm
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Color: F - G Diamond Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Ring Weight: 4.7 grams Band Width: 4 mm Stamped: Cartier
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hearts on Fire Fulfillment Diamond Pendant Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.59 carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 25.76 Carat Total Blue Aquamarine and Diamond Bracelet in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Modern Brilliant Diamond color: G-H Diamond clarity: VS1-SI1 Natural Aquamarine: 23.31 carat total weight
Category

20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum

Emerald and Multi Shape Diamond Swirling Design with Flowers Platinum Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
elegant swirling design set in a horizontal layout. The sparkling diamonds (G-H /-VS1-VS2) are set in
Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

J. Birnbach GIA Certified 1.78 Carat Total Cushion Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
addition to any jewelry collection. Key Details: - 1.00 carat cushion brilliant center diamond, GIA G VS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Swirl Shoulders Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Pearl Type: South Sea Pearl Diamond Count: 50 brilliant cut Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS1
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Pave Diamond Narrow Hinged Stacking Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Cut: Round Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.51 carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond Clarity: VS1 - VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round and Baguette Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace with Double Rope Chain
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Cut: Round and Baguette Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.29 carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Brown Rubber and Diamond Station Bracelet in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Carat Weight: 0.03 carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Bracelet Weight: 15.9 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charles Krypell Diamond Blue Sapphire Triple Heart Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By Charles Krypell
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
CTW Additional Diamonds Color: F–G Additional Diamonds Clarity: VS1–VS2 Sapphire Count: 11 Sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Diamond Flower Stud Earrings with Mismatched Hammered CZ Jackets
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: Round Brilliant Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.09 carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond Clarity: VS1 - VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Pink Tourmaline Chandelier Dangle Earrings in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Count: 206 Diamond Cut: Round Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.71 carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Textured 14 Karat Yellow Gold Horse Head Profile Brooch / Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Cut: Round and Baguette Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.26 carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Rose Gold Diamond Oval Hoop Huggies Earrings 0.25 Carats Length 0.60 Inch
Located in New York, NY
gold (stamped 585), each earring sparkles with hand-selected G color, VS1 clarity diamonds, totaling
Category

2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Nigaam 1.00Ctw. Sapphire VS Diamond Serpent Ring Size 7 in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 0.32 Cts. Diamond Shape: Round Diamond Cut : Full Cut Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS1
Category

2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Suzy Levian 14K White Gold Round Blue Diamond Halo Bridal Engagement Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
), G / VS1. Along with a beautiful hand engraved shank, this diamond bridal ring is designed by Suzy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

David Yurman Confetti Collection Three Row Diamond Cuff Bracelet 18 Karat Gold
By David Yurman
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Quantity: Fifty-Five Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.34 CTW Diamond Color: G–H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Cross Over Ring Size 8.25 #22460
Located in Washington Depot, CT
gold. Width: 9 mm. Shank: 3 mm. Approximate total diamond weight: 1.00 - 1.10 ct. Diamond color: G
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold 2 1/3ct Diamond, Sapphire, and Emerald Sculpted Petal Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
of oiled emeralds and color-enhanced blue sapphires. The enchanting arrangement of G-H color, VS1-VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H. Stern Hammered Diamond Collar Link Necklace Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By H. Stern
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: 0.25 carats Diamond Color: F - G Diamond Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Necklace Weight: 62.3 grams Necklace Inner
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Omega Chain Choker Necklace with Six Bezel Set Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Quantity: 6 Diamond Total Carat Weight: 2.87 CTW Diamond Color: G–J Diamond Clarity: VS1–SI1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Crystal and Diamond Ring Size 6.5
Located in Washington Depot, CT
ct. Diamond color: G Diamond clarity: VS1-VS2 Size: 6.5 Weight: 3.2 dwt. / 5.0 gr. Tested for
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold 1.11 Carat Blue Round Diamond and Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
diamonds showcased in these earrings total 1.11 cttw with an approximate F-G Color and VS1-VS2 Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Amethyst Heart Halo Ring Size 6.5 #16289
Located in Washington Depot, CT
cttw. Diamond color: G-H Diamond clarity: VS1-VS2 Ring size: 6.5 Shank: 1.65mm Front: 10.46mm X
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard "Happy Diamonds" Heart Shaped Stud Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Chopard
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
CTW Diamond Color: G–H Diamond Clarity: VS1–VS2 Earring Dimensions: 10.3mm x 11.8mm Earring Pair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wendy Brandes Tudor-Inspired 18K White Gold Sunburst With 2 TCW Diamonds
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
white gold. Over 2 carats of F/G VS diamonds. 2 1/2"" wide pendant on 16"" quadruple chain. Only one
Category

2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Brutalist 18K Coral Cabochon Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring Sz 6
Located in Winter Springs, FL
centered by a natural coral cabochon flanked by approximately .30cttw in G-I color Vs1-2 clarity diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and green emerald art deco stud earrings 18k yellow gold
Located in London, GB
pear shaped cabochon, natural untreated gemstone total weight 0.90ct Round brilliant cut diamonds G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid Gold Channel Set Single Line Round Cut Diamond Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
- Carat Weight(s): 0.25 cts - Diamond Color: G-H - Diamond Clarity: VS1-VS2 - Item Weight: 6.1 grams
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Fine 18 Karat White Gold 0.99 Carat Natural Diamonds Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 4.1 Grams Stone Type: 0.99 G VS1-SI CT Diamonds Condition: New Estimated
Category

2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Band Ring Size 6.5 #14594
Located in Washington Depot, CT
. Total ruby weight: .70 ct. Total diamond weight: .64 ct. Diamond color: G-H Diamond clarity: VS1-VS2
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Fine 18 Karat Yellow Gold 5.49 Carat Natural Diamonds Oval Interlocking Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hallmarks: 750 Total Weight: 14.7 Grams Stone Type: 5.49 G VS1-SI CT Diamonds Condition: New
Category

2010s American More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

John Atencio Squared Bangle Bracelet with Diamonds Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By John Atencio
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Color: G - H Diamond Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Bracelet Weight: 34 grams Bracelet Inner Circumference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 6.28 Carat Total Old European Cut Diamond Square Link Platinum Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Total Carat Weight: 6.28 CTW Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS1-I1 Bracelet Weight: 17.1
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Clustered Dome Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: Round brilliant cut Diamond Color: F–G Diamond Clarity: VS1–VS2 Diamond Total Carat Weight: 3.55 CTW
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

22K Yellow Gold 5 Carat Round Mint Tourmaline Diamond Egyptian Revival Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tourmaline, 3 Emerald Cut Diamonds, Four Round White Diamonds, 2 Yellow Diamonds, G Color VS1-VS2 Clarity
Category

Late 20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

4 Carat Marquise Brilliant and Baguette Diamond Cluster Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS1-SI1 ​ ​Ring Dimensions: 1" x 0.80" Stamped: "14K" Condition
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate 18K Two Tone Pavé Diamond South Sea Pearl Huggie Clip-On Earrings 4.25ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
colored south sea pearls surrounded by approximately 4.25ctw in round cut F-G color Vs1-2 clarity diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

John Hardy Pavé Diamond Leaf Motif Stud Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By John Hardy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Quantity: 56 Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.41 CTW Diamond Color: G–H Diamond Clarity: VS1–VS2 Closure Type
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roberto Coin Hammered Triple Disc Drop Earrings with Diamonds in 18 Karat Gold
By Roberto Coin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.09 CTW Diamond Color: G–H Diamond Clarity: VS1–VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930s English Art Deco old mine diamond solitaire ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco old mine diamond solitaire ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine diamond, G
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14K White Gold Step Design Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.25-5.5 #16485
Located in Washington Depot, CT
diamond has small chip) Approximate total diamond weight: 1.15 cts Diamond color: G-H Diamond clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond Halo Style Stud Earrings Set in Polished 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: G - H Diamond Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Earring Pair Weight: 4.8 grams Earring Diameter: 0.40 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Spessaritie Garnet Inlay Huggie Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamonds: .27 carat total weight Diamond cut: Round Brilliant Diamond color: G-H Diamond clarity: VS1-VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.07 Carats Total Triangle Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Drop Earrings 14K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Count: 64 Diamond Cut: Round Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.41 carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Leon Mege Platinum Three-Stone Ring with Emerald Cut Diamond and Trapezoids
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
of the GIA-certified 3.01 ct G/ VS1 emerald cut diamond and a matching pair of side stones. We have a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Alternating Round Diamond and Elongated X Link Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.76 carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round and Baguette Diamond Y Shaped Double Chain Drop Necklace in White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Tapered Baguette Diamond color: G-H Diamond clarity range: VS1-SI2 Drop length: 30 mm Chain length: 17
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Etincelle de Cartier Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.47 carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

H. Stern Harmony Diane von Furstenberg Diamond Gemstone Yellow Gold Ring
By H. Stern
Located in New York, NY
VS1-VS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 0.70 carats. Marked 750, DVF, and S for H.Stern. Made in Brazil
Category

Early 2000s Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Sprouting Whale Brooch with Rubies, Sapphires Diamonds in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
cut Diamond Quantity: 3 Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.11 CTW Diamond Color: G–H Diamond Clarity: VS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and yellow sapphire art deco stud earrings 118k yellow gold
Located in London, GB
sapphire natural gemstone pear shaped total weight approximately 1.40ct Round diamond G colour VS1 clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold 3 5/8 Carat Round Diamond Curved Inside-Outside Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
: F-G Diamond Clarity: VS1-VS2 Diamond Weight: 3.66 cttw Diamond Setting Type: Prong Product Gram
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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G Vs1 Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact g vs1 diamond you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, White Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 919 vintage or 3026 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect g vs1 diamond among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a g vs1 diamond has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany Co., Antinori Fine Jewels and Hueb are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cushion cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a g vs1 diamond, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a G Vs1 Diamond?

On average, a g vs1 diamond at 1stDibs sells for $8,327, while they’re typically $90 on the low end and $4,500,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.